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Magnetism and electromagnetismQuestion 855 of 1506

A bar magnet is cut in half. What do you get?

  1. Two magnets, each with its own north and south pole
  2. One north-only piece and one south-only piece
  3. Two unmagnetized pieces
  4. One magnet and one iron bar
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Correct answer: Two magnets, each with its own north and south pole

A single magnetic pole cannot be isolated by cutting a magnet.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 14.1: Permanent Magnets

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026